58. The Energetic Side of Endometriosis: Reclaiming Personal Power

60. Why the U.S. Doesn't Support Women Who Want to Get Pregnant - A Fertility Policy Expert Explains

Did you know that most countries treat fertility support as a basic human right - but the United States government funds only one side of reproductive health? In this episode of the Her Fertility Podcast, Jess sits down with Professor Leonard Lopoo, a leading expert in fertility and family policy and author of the new book Wanting Children. Together they unpack the history behind America's reproductive policy, why IVF and infertility support have been left out of government programs, and what it would look like if we actually built a system designed to help people who want to become parents. You'll learn: → Why U.S. family planning policy has historically focused only on preventing pregnancy — not supporting it → The eugenic roots of American reproductive policy that stretch back to the late 1800s → How countries like France, Quebec, and Scandinavian nations provide multiple IVF cycles through government support → Why 1 in 6 people experience infertility — and what equitable access to care could change → The unifying policy goal that cuts across political divides: helping wanted children thrive → What fertility technologies and genetic testing mean for the future of reproductive rights This episode is for every woman who has felt the financial and emotional weight of paying out of pocket for fertility treatment — and wondered why the system isn't built for her. 📖 Wanting Children by Professor Leonard Lopoo — available on Amazon [https://a.co/d/0fynNqdl] and Barnes & Noble [https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/wanting-children-leonard-m-lopoo/1148292167] 🌿 Ready for support that meets you where you are? The Her Fertility Support Portal is a monthly membership for women navigating infertility — emotionally, somatically, and in community. 👉 www.herfertility.support [http://www.herfertility.support] Connect with Jess: 📲 Instagram & TikTok: @herfertility.support [http://www.tiktok.com/@herfertility.support] 🎙️ New episodes every week Disclaimer: The Her Fertility podcast is for general educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult your healthcare professional regarding any symptoms or medical problems you are experiencing.   KEYWORDS: coverage by state, fertility insurance, USA does insurance cover IVF, fertility policy United States, reproductive equity, fertility deserts, IVF access low income, eugenics history, birth control, government fertility support, IVF coverage Europe, wanting children book, Professor Lopoo, fertility, Title X reproductive health, infertility support policy, fertility rights women, TTC insurance coverage, fertility doula podcast, her fertility podcast

59. Heal to Conceive: Sophie Byfield on Infertility, Nervous System Support, and Whole-Body Fertility

Get my free masterclass: Come Back to Yourself: Navigating Infertility Without Losing Who You Are CLICK HERE: www.herfertility.support/free [http://www.herfertility.support/free]  In this episode of the Her Fertility Podcast, I reconnect with fertility doula and coach Sophie Byfield, who shares her infertility story—four years of IVF, IUI, medicated cycles, and overwhelm—before stepping back to heal her body through sleep, stress support, simplifying supplements, and changing how she nourished herself, which led to getting pregnant within 12 weeks. We talk about why fertility isn’t a light switch, why your body prioritizes survival over reproduction, and how nervous system regulation is often the missing piece when you’re trying to get pregnant. Sophie breaks down common cycle patterns, explains why “more supplements” isn’t always better, and shares male fertility basics like early sperm testing (including DNA fragmentation) and avoiding heat from laptops/phones. Grab her free five-day Conceive with Confidence Experience: (link) 01:49 Sophies Infertility Journey 03:37 Healing Shift and Pregnancy 05:42 Stop Chasing Quick Fixes 07:50 Why She Became a Coach 13:46 Nervous System and Cycle Types 16:27 Three Things Women Should Know 19:28 Mens Fertility and Advocacy 21:43 Relationships During TTC 24:57 Surrender and the Magic 27:32 Free Five Day Experience  Disclaimer: The Her Fertility podcast is for general educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult your healthcare professional regarding any symptoms or medical problems you are experiencing. Keywords: holistic fertility, fertility coach Sophie, fertility doula, nervous system regulation for fertility

58. The Energetic Side of Endometriosis: Reclaiming Personal Power

Dive into energy and infertility in my free masterclass: www.herfertility.support/free [http://www.herfertility.support/free] In this Her Fertility Podcast episode, I explore endometriosis through an energetic lens while still encouraging you to work with your practitioner. I explain endo as endometrial tissue growing outside the uterus, contributing to inflammation, severe pain, cramping, fatigue, painful intercourse, and infertility when you’re trying to get pregnant. I share why I created Her Fertility Support because infertility shouldn’t be navigated alone, and I invite you into my free monthly Fertility Support Circle and a free masterclass on the subconscious mind and nervous system, plus ongoing support inside the Fertility Frequency Collective and 1:1 sessions. Energetically, I connect endometriosis to the reproductive/personal power center feeling undefined, and I offer journaling prompts about self-love, people-pleasing, boundaries, and how you want to be seen to help support fertility (including male fertility) alongside medical care. 02:17 Endometriosis Overview 05:38 Why Energy Matters 06:54 Uterus Personal Power 08:49 People Pleasing Patterns 10:33 Identity and Boundaries 12:17 Journal Prompts Self Love Disclaimer: The Her Fertility podcast is for general educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult your healthcare professional regarding any symptoms or medical problems you are experiencing.

57. The Energy Behind PMOS (PCOS) Nobody Is Talking About (And What Your Body Is Really Saying)

One in 10 women are diagnosed with PMOS (previously PCOS), and most are only getting half the picture. In this episode of the Her Fertility Podcast, fertility support specialist Jess Tims goes beyond hormones and cysts to explore the energetic root of PMOS: what your body is actually communicating, and what it might take to finally feel at home in yourself again. You'll learn: → What PMOS actually is and why it makes getting pregnant so confusing → The energetic connection between your ovaries and your personal power center → How people pleasing, identity confusion, and self-abandonment may be showing up in your body → Why PMOS is not a verdict — it's a message → How to start saying yes to yourself and what that has to do with your fertility This episode draws from traditional Chinese medicine, Ayurveda, Reiki healing, and somatic principles to offer a perspective on PMOS you won't find at your OB's office. 🌿 Ready to go deeper? The Fertility Frequency Collective is Jess's membership community for women navigating PMOS, infertility, and the journey to conception. For just $29, get access to a full collection of resources designed to support your body, mind, and energy. 👉 www.herfertility.support/collective [http://www.herfertility.support/collective] Resources mentioned: • Anatomy of the Spirit — Caroline Myss • The Body Keeps the Score — Bessel van der Kolk Connect with Jess: 📲 Instagram & TikTok: @herfertility.support [www.tiktok.com/@herfertility.support] 🎙️ Free Masterclass: www.herfertility.support/free [http://www.herfertility.support/free]   NOTE: this episode was recorded prior to the official change from PCOS to PMOS. Disclaimer: The Her Fertility podcast is for general educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult your healthcare professional regarding any symptoms or medical problems you are experiencing.

56. What Nobody Tells You About Pregnancy Loss (And How to Actually Heal)

One in four pregnancies ends in loss, and most women are navigating it completely alone. In this episode of the Her Fertility Podcast, fertility support specialist Jess Tims explores what makes pregnancy loss categorically different from other grief, and why traditional therapy often isn't enough to fully heal it. You'll learn: → Why pregnancy loss lives in the body, not just the mind → How the nervous system responds to loss (fight, flight, freeze & fawn) → What your subconscious mind is really doing when you blame yourself → A new, empowering story to give your mind so you can stop looping → The "spirit babies" framework, and why it brings so many women peace Whether you've experienced a miscarriage yourself or you love someone who has, this episode will give you new language, new compassion, and a new way forward. 🌿 Ready to go deeper? The Fertility Frequency Collective is Jess's membership community for women who are ready to open up to the possibility of conception: supporting your mind, body, and heart through every step of the journey. 👉 www.herfertility.support/collective [http://www.herfertility.support/collective]   Resources mentioned: • The Body Keeps the Score — Bessel van der Kolk • Spirit Babies — Walter Makichen   Connect with Jess: 📲 Instagram & TikTok: ⁠@herfertility.support⁠ [www.tiktok.com/@herfertility.support]  🎙️ Free masterclass: The Hidden Systems Keeping You From Getting Pregnant: www.herfertility.support/free [http://www.herfertility.support/free]